Gadh - Atholi (Paddar), Kishtwar
Gadh is a village situated in the Atholi (Paddar) tehsil of Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Atholi(padder) and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Kishtwar. Massu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gadh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadh is 004782. The village covers a total geographical area of 1758.4 hectares and falls under the 182204 pincode. Kishtwar is the nearest town, located about 96 km away.
Gadh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gadh
As per Census 2011, Gadh village has a total population of 1,011 people, consisting of 540 males and 471 females. The village has 193 households and a sex ratio of 872 females per 1,000 males. There are 178 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 357 literate and 654 illiterate residents. Additionally, 75 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gadh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,011 | 540 | 471 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 77 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 32 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 357 | 245 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 654 | 295 | 359 |
Nearby Villages of Gadh
Gadh is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gadh
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Gadh.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kishtwar to Gadh is about 96 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kishtwar to Gadh is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gadh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gadh
Where is Gadh located?
Gadh village is located in Atholi (Paddar) Tehsil, Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadh?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadh is Massu.
What is the pincode of Gadh?
The pincode of Gadh is 182204.
What is the population of Gadh?
Gadh has a total population of 1,011, including 540 males and 471 females.
How many households are there in Gadh?
There are 193 households in Gadh.
What is the literacy rate in Gadh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadh is 35.31%. Male literacy is 45.37% and female literacy is 23.78%.